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How do I use WordPress with HostGator?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 6:49 pm

How to Use WordPress with HostGator

Using WordPress on HostGator is easy. Simply go to the HostGator WordPress site, sign in, and follow the prompts.

You can create a new site or import an existing WordPress site.

To get started, you’ll need to create a HostGator account and create a site. Once you have created your site, enter your login information and click the “Create Site” button.

On the “Site Info” page, you will need to provide your HostGator account name and password. Click the “Advanced Settings” link and enter your domain name in the “HostGator Domain” field.

Click the “Save Settings” button.

On the “Advanced” page, you will need to provide your website’s hostname (the name of your HostGator site).

PRO TIP: If you are using WordPress with HostGator, be aware that there are some potential risks. WordPress is a great platform, but it is also open source. This means that anyone can contribute code to the project. While this is generally a good thing, it also means that there is the potential for malicious code to be added to the project.

If you are using WordPress with HostGator, make sure that you trust the source of any code that you add to your site. Only install plugins and themes from reputable sources. If you are unsure about a particular piece of code, contact HostGator support for assistance.

Click the “Import” button and select the WordPress site you want to use. WordPress will import the content of the site into the newly created HostGator site.

You can now start editing your WordPress site. Simply click the “Posts” tab and start writing your content.

To add content to your site, click the “Pages” tab and start creating pages. You can also add custom menus and widgets to your site.

To finish editing your WordPress site, click the “Publish” button. WordPress will generate a site summary and take you to the “Publish” page.

On the “Publish” page, you will need to provide your HostGator login information and your site’s public URL. Click the “Publish” button to publish your site.

Your site will now be live on the web. You can visit your site at the public URL you provided on the “Publish” page.

Thank you for using WordPress with HostGator.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.